MAVA Colleagues,
MassDOT recently announced a high school mechanic internship program with openings statewide! At the request of Jeff Cathcart, we are pleased to forward the attached information.
Please share this information with appropriate members of your staff. For questions regarding the job posting, please email Andrea Wilk at andrea.wilk@dot.state.ma.us.
Thanks,
David
Internal/External Job Posting
| Requisition ID: | 22000AUK |
| Posting Date: | 9/15/2022 |
| Closing Date: | Open until filled |
| Official Title: | Contracted Student Interns |
| Functional Title: | High School Mechanic Intern |
| Location: | District 1 – Berkshire County/Western, MA
District 2 – Connecticut River Valley/Western, MA District 3 – Worcester County/Central, MA District 4 – North Eastern, MA District 5 – South Eastern, MA District 6 – Metro Boston Weston, MA |
| Vacancies: | 35 |
| Salary: | $16.00/Hour |
| Shift: | Day |
| Bargaining Unit: | Non-Bargaining |
| Diversity Officer: | Derrick Mann – 857-368-8541 |
| ADA Coordinator | Heather Ulesoo – 617-851-9447 |
About MassDOT
An agency on the move, the Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) takes great pride in connecting the Commonwealth’s residents and communities. Powered by a growing data-analytics discipline – and working in conjunction with municipalities, public agencies and the private sector – we’re finding new ways to improve the Bay State’s transportation infrastructure.
MassDOT is responsible for developing, implementing, and coordinating transportation policies and projects for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts and to efficiently plan, design, construct, and
maintain a safe statewide transportation system which effectively meets the transportation needs of the
Commonwealth.
MassDOT’s divisions include: Highway, Aeronautics, Registry of Motor Vehicles, Rail & Transit, and
Planning & Enterprise Services. There are approximately 3,600 employees across the organization.
Position Summary
As part of the Intern will work on non-revenue vehicles and equipment. This includes repairs, troubleshooting and new vehicle preparation. Intern will attend professional development sessions and work on a variety of leadership projects.
Duties and Responsibilities
Perform duties and complete projects as assigned
Adhere to the rules, regulations, and policies of MassDOT Use and operate various types of equipment
Work hours and location as assigned or directed
Keep work area clean Input daily work into a log Be on time daily
Be courteous and respectful towards all employees, customers, and ITI program personnel
Give a PowerPoint presentation on internship experience working at MassDOT
Positions are available at MassDOT Districts and Depots throughout the state of Massachusetts
Minimum Entrance Requirements
This requisition will remain open until filled; however, first consideration will be given to those applicants that apply within the first 14 days.
All job applications must be submitted online through MassCareers to be considered.
Automotive Technology CTE student
Experience in the repair of mechanical and electrical components of transportation vehicles
The ability to work individually in a productive, ethical, professional manner
Good level of time management, initiative, listening, and organizational skills
Executive Order #595: As a condition of employment, successful applicants will be required to have received COVID-19 vaccination or an approved exemption as of their start date. Details relating to demonstrating compliance with this requirement will be provided to applicants selected for employment. Applicants who receive an offer of employment who can provide documentation that the
vaccine is medically contraindicated or who object to vaccination due to a sincerely held religious belief may make a request for exemption.
• For questions regarding the job posting, please email Andrea Wilk at andrea.wilk.
• For general questions regarding MassDOT, call the Human Resources Service Center at 857-368-
4722.
• For a disability-related reasonable accommodation or alternative application method, call ADA Coordinator, Heather Ulesoo 857-851-9447.
An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.
To apply, visit –
David J. Ferreira
MAVA Communications Coordinator